5 Things to Consider Before Going Back to Work in Your 60s
At a recent gathering, a client of mine found herself in a familiar social moment. Someone leaned in, smiled, and asked the question many women quietly dread in retirement: “So… what do you do?” She paused. Not because she lacked an answer – but because none of the old…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Airplane Packing List for Women Over 60 (Carry-On Friendly & Comfortable)
Do you enjoy traveling? Do you often find that once you arrive at your destination, you realize that you packed too much? Or worse, you are missing something important? Packing for a flight can be hit-or-miss for some, but there are ways to make the task easier and less hectic. Having a carry-on-friendly packing list for airplanes can definitely make your travels more comfortable…
Read MoreThe Busyness Trap: Why Staying Busy in Retirement Isn’t the Same as Living Well
I have a cart full of art supplies to the right of my desk. To my left, there’s a stool with more supplies precariously balanced on top of it. And, front and center on my beautiful mango wood desk: my monitor, keyboard, mouse, and laptop…
Read More10 Dresses for Women Over 70
Are you on the lookout for a new dress to enhance your wardrobe? Do you have a special event approaching and need a fresh outfit? For women over 70, finding dresses that fit well and have a stylish design can pose a challenge. Navigating the fashion industry…
Read MoreTired of Doomscrolling? Try This Simple Habit Instead
Look around the next time you’re in a waiting room or airport gate. Nearly everyone is hunched over a phone, scrolling in silence. I used to be one of them. A popular adage is “The only two sure things in life are death and taxes.” I’d add waiting to the list. Waiting to check out. Waiting to board a plane. Waiting to see the doctor…
Read MoreWhat Creating Music with AI Taught Me About Authenticity, Trust, and Why We Resist What We Don’t Yet Understand
There’s something I’ve noticed over the years. People don’t usually welcome new things. Not at first. They question them. Push back. Sometimes reject them outright. And only later – when those same things quietly begin to help – they reconsider…
Read MoreSingle at Every Age: What Changes, What Doesn’t, and What Matters Most
There are many reasons women are single, yet the term “single woman” is still often narrowly defined – usually referring to someone who is not married and, in some cases, someone without children. But that definition…
Read MoreTake Good Care of Your Joints Now – They Will Thank You Later!
I am a firm believer in the adage that an “ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” when it comes to my health. That’s why I usually don’t wait for symptoms to tell me whether I need to do something to take better care of myself…
Read MoreDownsizing? Why Not Consider Upsizing Instead?
It’s long been the conventional wisdom that, as you grow older, it makes sense to retire and downsize from the house that has been home for decades. For many, that conventional wisdom may no longer be the case. In fact, instead of downsizing, many retirees are upsizing.
Read MoreHow to Help Your Husband (and Protect Your Marriage) When Faced with His Midlife Crisis
As I sit down to type this article, ignoring the little crack in my knee as I adjust my chair, I’m reminded that spouses really do have to help and support each other through the changes that midlife, and beyond, bring…
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